Compressiceps Cichlid Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Compressiceps Cichlid in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 75 gallons (280 liters) for a pair or small group
• Compatibility: Best kept with other Tanganyikan cichlids of similar size and temperament that prefer rocky habitats. Avoid overly aggressive or boisterous species. Can be kept in species-specific tanks or with other Altolamprologus species.
• Special requirements: Requires a highly structured aquarium with abundant rockwork, caves, and crevices for shelter and territory. Substrate should be sand or fine gravel. Excellent filtration and regular water changes are crucial to maintain pristine water quality. They are sensitive to sudden changes in water parameters.

Water parameters

Temperature

77-82°F (25-28°C)

pH level

7.8-9.0

Hardness

10-20 dGH

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